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Officials to gamble on ban decision

 VietNamNet Bridge – As the government mulls over plans to lift the ban on Vietnamese citizens gambling in local casinos, Andrew W Scott, chief executive officer of World Gaming Group Ltd. and founder of the World Gaming Magazine,

Gov’t approves key infrastructure projects

VietNamNet Bridge – The Government has given the nod to a number of major infrastructure projects nationwide, including those in the Thu Thiem New Urban Area in HCMC and a road linking Noi Bai-Lao Cai Expressway and Sa Pa Town

Incentives for inland waterway transport investors

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Ministry of Transport has unveiled a slew of incentives for private enterprises committed to inland waterway transport projects, including a 50% loan interest subsidy and a 30% land rent reduction.

Foreign countries turn to Vietnam to ease labour shortages

 In the four months leading up to May, foreign countries have been increasing the number of Vietnamese guest workers opening the door to broader job opportunities, according to the Overseas Labour Management Department.

Technology festival to be held in Hanoi

 A technology platform will open its doors on May 15 in Hanoi, connecting start-up entrepreneurs, innovators and investors in the field.

USD rates soar at local commercial banks

 US Dollar rates soared at domestic commercial banks on May 6, touching the ceiling price set by the State Bank of Vietnam.

Pop music marked by three revolutions in 50 years

 The evolution of western pop music, spanning from 1960 to 2010, has been analysed by scientists.

Election 2015: Leaders in last-ditch bid for votes

 Party leaders and candidates are making a last-ditch grab for votes on the final day of campaigning before the general election polls open.

Social News 6/5

 Orbis Flying Eye Hospital comes to Hue, Traffic accidents kill 2,000 children every year, Nghe An: whirlwinds cause economic loss, Explosion in ship's hold injures three workers, Three killed in crane accident in Mekong Delta

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 6/5

Bac Lieu calls for investment in 15 projects, Retail petrol prices go up by nearly 2,000 VND per litre, Local firms have yet to update knowledge of FTAs, Hanoi targets 5 bln USD earnings from IT in 2015

BIDV Insurance sells 35% stake to Canadian partner

The affair is expected to be completed in the third quarter this year, bringing the company's charter capital to nearly $47.5 million, of which the ownership of the Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam will fall from 78.4% to 51%.

Japanese coast guard vessel to visit Da Nang

 VietNamNet Bridge - A Japanese coast guard ship, the JCGS Yashima, led by Coast Guard Superintendent Akihiro Hirano, will pay a friendly visit to the central city of Da Nang on May 10-14, said the Foreign Affairs Department of Da Nang on Tuesday.

$1.5 million for Miss Universe Vietnam 2015

 VietNamNet Bridge – Miss Universe Vietnam 2015 will take place four months from now in HCM City, Hanoi, Nha Trang and Da Lat.

Sports News 6/5

 VN shuttlers leave for China; Martial arts fighters to compete in world championships; Australia top group with facile victory

Is Chinese coffee obstructing Vietnamese coffee exports?

VietNamNet Bridge - Vietnam saw a sharp decrease in coffee exports in the first four months of the year, which is attributed to lower demand from the world’s roasters and increased output from China.

Why Quang Nam - Da Nang?

Da Nang has been attracting the attention of both domestic and international tourists. In the list of "Top 10 global destinations" by TripAdvisor, the No.1 Global Destination in 2015 is Da Nang (including Hoi An town of Quang Nam province).

VN seeks SEA Games bonanza

 VietNamNet Bridge – Viet Nam have been set a goal of winning from 60 to 70 gold medals to rank in the top three at the 28th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games to be held in Singapore from June 5-16.

SOEs sale to single investor planned

 The Finance Ministry is drafting a circular regulating the sale of the entire or more than 50 per cent of on-auction shares of State-owned enterprises (SOEs) to a single investor.

More than 500 flights were delayed during holiday

 More than 500, or 15.4 per cent, of 3,200 flights that were operated during the six-day holiday were delayed, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) said.

VN President’s visit Czech Republic to step up ties

 President Truong Tan Sang will make a four-day State visit to the Czech Republic from May 10-13 at the invitation of Czech President Milos Zeman.